Tsunami Effects on Marine Life After a natural disaster, its normal to feel different and strong emotions. Coping with these feelings and getting help when you need it will help you, your family and your community recover from a disaster. Who is more likely to survive? Organisms like algae and sea anemone are most likely to survive because they cling to things like rocks and boulders. Mammals like dolphins and sea lions can respond quickly enough to tsunamis and swim to deeper water. They can also sense the change in pressure when and earthquake commences underwater. Although these species are more adaptable, it doesn't mean they are likely to thrive in tsunamis because they are still affected by sedimentation and debris. Turtles Get caught up in debris, such a fishing nets Some get stuck onshore and it is challenging for them to return to the ocean. Coral Reefs Due to the increase of sedimentation, it doesn't allow light from the sun to penetrate through the water. It is crucial for coral reefs to get sunlight for reproduction. Mangrove Forests Uprooted from erosion. Many fish and animals use mangroves for protection and nurseries. When these forests are destroyed, it causes a decline in the species that utilize the mangroves. Oysters & Fish Fish washed up ashore with lack of water Due to oysters being filter feeders, the over sedimentation makes it more difficult for them to filter contaminated water Over sedimentation also causes the lack of sunlight for reproduction for both fish and oysters Fish are not always safe to consume after tsunamis because they are exposed to toxins from the land (gasoline, radioactive chemicals, and pesticides from agriculture farms) #Tsunami #tsunamieffect #aftermathtsunami #marinelife #oysters #fishes